FRANK DREW (IMO 9177258)
FRANK DREW is a Buoy/Lighthouse Vessel built in 1999 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 27th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 200 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 903. Given its specific type and tonnage, it is configured for specialized maritime support and navigational aid maintenance. The vessel has been observed operating in the North America East Coast region. It has previously been registered under one former name and has operated under one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Buoy/Lighthouse Vessel
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1999
- MMSI: 368731000
- Call sign: NKDL
- Gross tonnage: 903
- Deadweight: 200 t
- Length overall: 53 m
- Beam: 10 m
- Registered owner · Ship manager: UNITED STATES GOVT COAST GUARD (USA)
- Last AIS position: 36°53.0′N · 076°21.1′W · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 12 October 2026 at 07:14 UTC
- Destination: POTOMAC RIVER
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of FRANK DREW?
FRANK DREW is a Buoy/Lighthouse Vessel. It was built in 1999 and is currently in its 27th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for FRANK DREW?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 903. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 200 metric tonnes.
Where has FRANK DREW been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the North America East Coast region. This area is its primary recent geographic area of operation.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the flag history of FRANK DREW?
The vessel currently flies the United States of America flag. Its history shows it has operated under one former flag state previously.
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